"You've known the names of letters and numbers since you were a little kid. But did you realize that every part of those characters have names, too? Knowing this terminology will help you better understand typefaces and communicate about design."

The Anatomy of Type

Here are some awesome examples of different anatomy schemes made by type and graphic designers from around the world. The images show you how typography is used and how it works. Learn the basics about x-height, baseline, counter, bowl, serif and more. If you have more questions on type, have a look at our typography …